Hi. Newly banded on Nov. 5th, 2010!

[sbrick 8]

Princess,

How many calories should I strive to consume each day? I've been reading on the site that if you aren't careful to get in the right amount of calories each day, that you may not lose (which we've all heard before). I consumed a little under 700 calories today and feel like there's no way I could have eaten any more than that! I'm really excited about my new journey and the fact that I'm learning to appreciate every single bite of food I put in my mouth! If you'd let me know about the calories, that'd be great!

Thanks! :rolleyes2:

Edit: I actually found the answer on my own!

[sbrick 8]

good evening everyone,

i was also banded on 11/5/2010. My surgery went off without a hitch and i was at home 6 hours after surgery. I have not really experienced any soreness or pain and i also have not had any of the gas i have read and heard about.

Even sleeping on my stomach has not been a problem.

Now for the problems...

My dr. Put me on a clear liquid diet for two weeks post op. I am starving all the time. Nothing seems to give me a satisfied feeling. Rather its a pressured feeling on top of the band. I was not prepared for how difficult it would be to even drink Water, but i have to take very very small sips of Water.< /p>

My biggest fear right now is that i am getting enough nutrition in my body as i am only consuming approximately 200-300 calories a day right now.

At this point and the way i am feeling i wonder if i will ever be able to eat solid food.

I am happy with my decision and am looking forward to the results, just was not prepared for the difficulties with liquid.< /p>

Tell me it will get better......

I am glad i found this forum to talk about this with others that know what i am talking about.

I would also like to find a support group in the austin, tx. Area to attend meetings and meet other banders.

:rolleyes2::thumbup:

it's gonna get better! We can do this!

[Friscolady 0]

Hello,

I was just banded yesterday Nov 10 and have the same gas, bloating, and not sure if it's hunger pains or pain from the incisions or what. It's a really weird feeling. I used the strips for gas and bloating, I guess it's helped a little because I haven't had the shoulder pain like I've heard is very common. My stomach is also making weird gurgling noises and once in a while I will feel a sharp pain move around...almost like it's trapped gas. My incisions are still covered with the same bandages I left the hospital yesterday with and I just got a call from the hospital saying I could take them off, take a shower, and replace them with new bandages after the skin is completely dry.

I've been walking a lot around the house..maybe too much because my incisions have bled a bit under the bandages.

[sbrick 8]

Hello,

I was just banded yesterday Nov 10 and have the same gas, bloating, and not sure if it's hunger pains or pain from the incisions or what. It's a really weird feeling. I used the strips for gas and bloating, I guess it's helped a little because I haven't had the shoulder pain like I've heard is very common. My stomach is also making weird gurgling noises and once in a while I will feel a sharp pain move around...almost like it's trapped gas. My incisions are still covered with the same bandages I left the hospital yesterday with and I just got a call from the hospital saying I could take them off, take a shower, and replace them with new bandages after the skin is completely dry.

I've been walking a lot around the house..maybe too much because my incisions have bled a bit under the bandages.

The booklet my doctor gave me prior to surgery says that a little bloody drainage from your incisions is normal. You're describing the questionable feelings in your stomach? From what I've gathered from this site so far, it's completely normal to feel that way after surgery. My stomach did the gurgling noises, too! Just keep on walking, sipping your clear fluids, and make sure to get your Protein and you're gonna be feeling just fine in no time!

[Princess_Gottalose 1]

Princess,

How many calories should I strive to consume each day? I've been reading on the site that if you aren't careful to get in the right amount of calories each day, that you may not lose (which we've all heard before). I consumed a little under 700 calories today and feel like there's no way I could have eaten any more than that! I'm really excited about my new journey and the fact that I'm learning to appreciate every single bite of food I put in my mouth! If you'd let me know about the calories, that'd be great!

Thanks! :rolleyes2:

Thats a hard question.. because I dont really keep up with my calories.. I probably get about 800 a day maybe? But they key to making my weight move is to exercise. If i dont exercise I dont loose. When I exercise the scale moves.. So i just exercise and pretty much eat normally (but healthy)

[NYYnNYGFAN 0]

Hi everyone! I was banded on 11/8 and have the same issues! Bloating, gas, cant sleep on my back, not sure if I'm hungry, etc. From what I understand from my doctor, the gas they use during the surgery has to dissipate and lying flat on your back helps it along. My shoulder was killing me...thats where the gas lodged. I can now sleep kinda on my side...helps. I still feel like a truck backed over me but I'm hopeful I'll be better in 1 week! My question is...anyone scared to take their Vitamins like the Omega 3 once they're filled??

[Sha'sJourney 1]

My surgery was yesterday and I'm experiencing the bloated gassy feeling. My tummy is making the loudest rumbling noises I have ever heard. Makes just siting uncomfortable. Used the gas strips and gas chewable which neither seemed to do anything. I am happy the shoulder pain went away. That was the worst pain yesterday after surgery. Today feels like I've done way to many sit up's but i expected to be sore. If the gas would just ago away I would feeling pretty good. Still can't lay in bed, It make the incisions start burning so I prop a bunch of pillow on the sofa and kinda sleep a little upright. Helped a lot.

Was everyone able to get down their Protein shakes right away? I tried to drink some today and just couldn't get it down. I've had a little Water and some sugar free Popsicle's. Don't really feel hungry because of all the gas.